Making the Public's Health a National Priority
Washington, D.C. | November 2-5, 2025
Research has shown that public health efforts to prevent disease are more cost effective - and humane - than treating chronic health conditions, so now is the time to invest in our nation’s health. Health is a human right; let’s make it a national priority.
Meet the 2025 Speakers
Don't miss the biggest names in public health.
John Auerbach, MBA
John Auerbach is a nationally recognized public health leader with over 30 years of experience in federal, state, and local roles.
Regina Davis Moss, PhD, MPH
Regina Davis Moss is a public health leader and advocate advancing reproductive justice, health equity, and Black women’s leadership in policy and movement spaces.
Chandra Ford, PhD, MPH, MLIS
Dr. Chandra Ford is Professor jointly appointed in Behavioral, Social & Health Education Sciences and African American Studies at Emory University.
Derek M. Griffith, PhD
Dr. Derek Griffith is the Risa Lavizzo-Mourey Population Health and Health Equity University Professor at the University of Pennsylvania.
Katelyn Jetelin, PhD, MPH
Dr. Jetelina is the publisher of Your Local Epidemiologist- a public health newsletter that “translates” ever-evolving science to the public, reaching over 500 million views in over 133 countries
Donna-Marie Palakiko, PhD, RN, APRN
Donna-Marie Palakiko is a Native Hawaiian mother, health strategist, community-based researcher, and nurse with over 25 years of experience addressing health inequities among Native Hawaiians
Geoffrey Roth
Geoffrey Roth (Lakota) is an experienced leader and advocate dedicated to advancing Indigenous health equity, policy reform, and self-determination.
Deanna J. Wathington, MD, MPH, FAAFP
Deanna J. Wathington brings over 25 years of practice and academic experience in the field with emphasis on collaboration across multiple sectors to address and optimize community health.